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XHF 66W

1981 MG B

Black Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

3,699 mi
Last recorded3,699 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXHF 66W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 3,699 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 3,647 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 3,336 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2022 3,162 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 2,988 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 2,826 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 2,826 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 1,621 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2017 1,581 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 1,581 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 193 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 99,189 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 98,498 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 98,284 miles

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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XHF 66W is a 1981 MG B in Black with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1981 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 52,343 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XHF 66W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 45 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XHF 66W?

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What year was XHF 66W registered?

XHF 66W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 17 March 1981.

Is XHF 66W safe to buy?

The MOT history for XHF 66W shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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